Thread: Powering an FRC-like system from a wall outlet
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Re: Powering an FRC-like system from a wall outlet
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Originally Posted by pilleya View Post
Hi Eric,

I’ve inputted the numbers into the Linear Motion page of the JVN calculator, and it seems that the Mini-CIM isn’t going to draw a huge amount of current. The calculator gave an answer of around 8-10A( this is lifting the 20lb vertically not horizontally). As long as you don’t intend intend to stall the mechanism or increase the load or speed, a 12v 20A power supply such as this type should work nicely for you:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/like/1719...pid=107&chn=ps
Thanks, this was a lot of help. Just to check, looking at a power supply like this: https://www.amazon.com/eTopxizu-Univ.../dp/B00D7CWSCG

Is it possible with this unit to have a line going out to the motor controller and then convert another line to 5v to power the control system?
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